Safety & Health Officer​/part-time position

Position: Safety & Health Officer / part-time position
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* Working Title:

Safety Officer*
* ** Job Class:
Safety & Health Officer 1*
* ** Agency:
Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs*
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** Job ** : 91138

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** Location** :
Fergus Falls

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Part-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 02/25/2026

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** Closing Date** : 03/06/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Fergus Falls-MAPE

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** Division/Unit** :
Fergus Fall Veterans Home / Safety & Health

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

** This job posting was previously posted. If you have already applied, you do not need to reapply unless you wish to add additional information to your application/resume.*
* Become part of the Fergus Falls Veterans Home team!

This position will serve as the Safety Officer for the Minnesota Veterans Home-Fergus Falls to implement, monitor and evaluate safety and health programs.

This position is designated as part-time and primarily day shift hours. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per 2-week pay period. This position is initially eligible for full employer contribution towards health and dental insurance benefits.

** _To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position._*
* ** Minimum Qualifications*
* Two years experience in Environmental Health and Safety field which demonstrates experience in at least two if the following:

+ Maintaining and auditing safety programs

+ Workers Compensation

+ Promoting health and wellness programs

+ Occupational health and safety regulations

* Note:

A bachelor's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management/Control, Occupational Safety, Safety Management/Science. Safety Engineering, or a closely related field may substitute for one year experience. An associate's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management/Control, Occupational Safety, Safety Management/Science. Safety Engineering, or a closely related field may substitute for 6 months of experience.

** AND*
* The successful candidate must also demonstrate:

+ Knowledge of occupational health, safety and environmental health regulations (for example,  Occupational Safety and Health Agency (OSHA), Minnesota OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) regulations.

+ Analysis and critical thinking skills sufficient to analyze information, develop and implement strategies to improve safety and health of employees, residents and other customers.

+ Communication skills sufficient to write and present safety-related investigations and progress reports.

+ Ability to implement and present to individuals and groups of employees on safety and health issues.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Three or more years in the Environmental Health and Safety field as described above in the minimum qualifications.

+ A bachelor's degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Risk Management/Control, Occupational Safety, Safety Management/Science. Safety Engineering, or a closely related field may substitute for one year experience.

+ Knowledge of Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), federal Veterans Administration and/or MN Department of Health Regulations for healthcare settings.

+ Experience working in a healthcare or long-term care facility.

+ Experience conducting inspections, determining compliance, and enforcing adherence of OSHA laws and regulations.

+ Knowledge of the operation of security camera systems

+ Knowledge of emergency preparedness and management.

** Additional Requirements*
* This position requires successful completion of the following:

+ A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s). When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.

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